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Deputy Director of Prisons

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Pierre, South Dakota, United States South Dakota State Government Full time
Job Summary

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to join the South Dakota Department of Corrections as a Deputy Director of Prisons. As a key member of the department's leadership team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and secure operation of all correctional facilities in the state.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership support and oversight to correctional facilities, offender services, faith and citizens programs, and emergency management to ensure safe, secure, and humane operations.
  • Collaborate with other divisions and the Director of Prisons to enhance corrections programs and keep the South Dakota Department of Corrections at the forefront of progress in corrections.
  • Supervise Wardens in assisting with achieving their statutory authority in the operations of their facilities.
  • Develop and implement correctional policies and procedures across multiple programs within a facility or correctional system.
  • Lead and inspire others on behalf of the SDDOC, demonstrating expertise and skills in team building, organizational and institutional management.
Requirements
  • Experience leading a correctional facility or system.
  • Experience implementing corrections best practices.
  • Experience developing and implementing correctional policies and procedures across multiple programs within a facility or correctional system.
  • Knowledge and understanding of public policy and government leadership.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and public speaking skills.
  • Ability to understand, develop, and implement performance and outcome measures, managing effective operations while ensuring performance measures are met.
What We Offer

The State of South Dakota offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a dynamic work environment. As a member of the South Dakota State Government, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of South Dakotans.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act. Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.